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do-little

[ doo-lit-l ]

noun

  1. a lazy person; one who does little but does not admit to it.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of do-little1

First recorded in 1580–90; do 1( def ) + little ( def )
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Example Sentences

There are many temples like his, and little joy is in them; but they are good enough for the god "Do-Little."

A small do-little sword or dagger, formerly worn by junior naval officers on duty.

Then a well-to-do little soul with a black beard rose to speak.

He was a steady, well-to-do little man, and never lost a patient from any want of good manners or attention.

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